Stratus 49586 Samolot po polsku Maxi: por. pil. Zygmunt Kostrzewski i Oeffag C.II PL is a unique modeling and historical publication dedicated both to aviation enthusiasts and lovers of military history in Poland. This book especially commemorates the fate of Lieutenant Pilot Zygmunt Kostrzewski—one of the silent heroes of the battles for the borders of the reborn Republic in 1919—as well as the Austrian reconnaissance aircraft Oeffag C.II, which played an important role on the Polish eastern frontiers during the border wars after World War I. This position is not only a valuable source of factual knowledge but also an inspiration, presenting the spirit, determination, and courage of young Polish aviators in the first years of independence.

The book provides the reader with a broad historical context covering the period just after World War I (1919) and the conflicts over Poland's borders. Within its pages you will find a detailed description of the design and history of the Austrian Oeffag C.II—a two-seat reconnaissance aircraft used by the Austro-Hungarian army, later taken over by the young Polish Air Force after independence was regained. Known for its sturdy construction and versatility, the Oeffag C.II was used on the Eastern Front and during clashes in the Borderlands.

• The author discusses both the historical background and the individual fate of the pilot, as well as the exploitation of the aircraft within the realities of early 20th-century Polish military aviation.
• Advanced and detailed technical descriptions of the Oeffag C.II, silhouettes, diagrams, and archival photographs of aviators and machines enable both modelers and historians to accurately recreate the aircraft and gain a deeper understanding of its combat role.
• Category: model and historical book, perfect as a source of information for building models from the early independence period, as well as for collectors passionate about Polish military aviation.
• Language of edition: Polish.
• Publisher: Stratus – a renowned producer of aviation literature, guaranteeing high-quality content and visual materials.

Recommendation: The publication is especially recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers and collectors who are interested in Polish aviation, the interwar period, and the fights for the borders of the Second Polish Republic. The technical data, photographs, and descriptions allow accurate recreation of the aircraft and its historical environment. Level of modeling knowledge required: 2/5 – content accessible and understandable for a wide range of readers.